DFL Challenger To Sabo: Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer

Sabo Faces A September Primary Challenge
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Minnesota's 5th District is thought to be one of the safest Democratic seats in the entire country. So why is Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer taking on 14-term Congressman Martin Sabo for the DFL nomination? Listen as Nelson-Pallmeyer tells Wendy Wilde about his meeting with Sabo in January and how that led to his decision to run.

Nelson-Pallmeyer says three recent statments from Sabo pushed him into the race. Those were:
1) The Iraq war is not about oil
2) It is not neccessary to investigate why we invaded Iraq
3) It is not appropriate to push the Democratic Party to have a unified position against the war.

On his website www.backjack2006.org, Nelson-Pallmeyer outlines how the invasion of Iraq was planned by neocons BEFORE the 2000 election.

For the first time anywhere, he makes public his decision to run in the September primary and tells us why he will not abide by the 5th District DFL endorsement.

Also on this week's show:
Reaction to Peter Idusogie's decision to run for US Senate as an independent
Some thoughts on Senator Dick Day's proposal to get rid of 9/10 cent gas pricing
And a story about how attending your precinct caucuses on Tuesday March 7 could change the world.

Need to know where to find your precinct caucus? Go to the website of the party of your choice:
Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL)
Republican Party
Green Party
Independent Party

All caucuses convene at 7PM on Tuesday March 7

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Peter Idusogie runs for US Senate

Radio veteran Wendy Wilde is new Inside Minnesota Politics podcast host
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Peter Idusogie today announced his intention to run for the US Senate seat being vacated by Mark Dayton.

In an exclusive interview with Wendy Wilde on Inside Minnesota Politics, Idusogie said he will run as an independent candidate "independent of the Democratic Party, independent of the Republican Party, and independent of the Independence party".

Idusogie has been the host of the Inside Minnesota podcast since it was launched nearly a year ago.

On the program, Idusogie said he would make his formal announcement in the coming weeks. He is still assembling his campaign team. He promised a bold campaign focusing on "righteousness and justice for all" and said one of his primary goals is a national health care bill for America.

Listen as Peter Idusogie discusses with Wendy Wilde why he's running and how he plans to overcome the advantages his opponents have in money and name recognition.

Inside Minnesota Politics Producer Mike McIntee issued the following statement:

"To avoid even the appearance of any conflict of interest, Peter and I have decided it is best that he no longer host Inside Minnesota Politics. However, the podcast will continue with its mission to report on Minnesota politics including interviewing candidates, and tackling those tough issues we face today in our democracy.

"Like any other US Senate candidate, Peter will be welcome as an occasional guest at the Inside Minnesota Politics microphone.

"I'm happy to report that long-time radio talk show host Wendy Wilde has agreed to help out with hosting the show. Wendy most recently was the morning host on Air America Minnesota and before that worked for WCCO-AM.

"I thank Peter for the inspiration he has brought our podcast listeners and me. I look forward to maintaining the high level of quality Peter has brought to Inside Minnesota Politics with the help of the incredibly knowledgeable and talented Wendy Wilde."

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Bush takes shot at Pawlenty

Wetterling's Promise Won't Haunt Her
Rep. Kline's Anger Will Backfire
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Did you miss the shot President Bush took at Governor Tim Pawlenty? Listen to what the President had to say in the State Of The Union address about immigration.

Patty Wetterling promised she wouldn't run in the 6th Congressional District and now she's running. Listen to Peter explain why that promise will not hurt her in this race.

"Compassionate Conservatism" is apparently not "Polite Conservatism". Listen as Peter explains how Congressman John Kline's refusal to accept an apology may ultimately backfire since it highlights Kline's apparent refusal to financially support the troops.

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